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title: "LM Studio"
description: "A quick guide to setting up LM Studio for local AI model execution with Cline."
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## 🤖 Setting Up LM Studio with Cline

Run AI models locally using LM Studio with Cline.

### 📋 Prerequisites

- Windows, macOS, or Linux computer with AVX2 support
- Cline installed in VS Code

### 🚀 Setup Steps

#### 1. Install LM Studio

- Visit [lmstudio.ai](https://lmstudio.ai)
- Download and install for your operating system

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#### 2. Launch LM Studio

- Open the installed application
- You'll see four tabs on the left: **Chat**, **Developer** (where you will start the server), **My Models** (where your downloaded models are stored), **Discover** (add new models)

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#### 3. Download a Model

- Browse the "Discover" page
- Select and download your preferred model
- Wait for download to complete

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#### 4. Start the Server

- Navigate to the "Developer" tab
- Toggle the server switch to "Running"
- Note: The server will run at `http://localhost:1234`

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#### 5. Configure Cline

1. Open VS Code
2. Click Cline settings icon
3. Select "LM Studio" as API provider
4. Select your model from the available options

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### ⚠️ Important Notes

- Start LM Studio before using with Cline
- Keep LM Studio running in background
- First model download may take several minutes depending on size
- Models are stored locally after download

### 🔧 Troubleshooting

1. If Cline can't connect to LM Studio:
2. Verify LM Studio server is running (check Developer tab)
3. Ensure a model is loaded
4. Check your system meets hardware requirements
